LeBron James Sends Message to Anthony Edwards After ASG MVP Win

The Lakers star praised the Timberwolves superstar for his performance at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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After Anthony Edwards took home the 2026 NBA All-Star MVP Kobe Bryant trophy, LeBron James delivered a message for the Minnesota Timberwolves superstar, saying "Love Ant-Man. Everything about him. On the court, off the court. Happy for him, first of many All-Star MVPs for him. I love Ant, he's got a fan in me and a friend in me for life."

Why it matters

James' praise for Edwards highlights the young Timberwolves star's emergence as one of the league's brightest talents, as he continues to establish himself as a potential face of the NBA in the post-LeBron era.

The details

Edwards had 13 points in Team Stars' 37-35 overtime win over Team World, followed by 11 points and three rebounds in their 42-40 loss to Team Stripes. In the final, he put up eight points, four rebounds and two assists as Team Stars dominated Team Stripes 47-21. Meanwhile, James had a relatively quiet night with 15 points, seven rebounds and five assists.

  • The 2026 NBA All-Star Game took place on February 16, 2026.

The players

LeBron James

A superstar player for the Los Angeles Lakers and one of the greatest players in NBA history.

Anthony Edwards

A rising superstar for the Minnesota Timberwolves who won the 2026 NBA All-Star Game MVP award.

Victor Wembanyama

A highly touted young prospect for the San Antonio Spurs who has been pegged as a potential future face of the NBA.

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What they’re saying

“Love Ant-Man. Everything about him. On the court, off the court. Happy for him, first of many All-Star MVPs for him. I love Ant, he's got a fan in me and a friend in me for life.”

— LeBron James (NBA)

“Am I going to shed a tear? I might cry a little bit.”

— Anthony Edwards (NBA)

“Man, them folks got Victor Wembanyama. That's what they got going on. They got Wemby. They'll be all right.”

— Anthony Edwards (NBA)

What’s next

LeBron James remains unsure about his future and whether he will retire at the end of the current NBA season.

The takeaway

LeBron James' praise for Anthony Edwards highlights the young Timberwolves star's emergence as one of the league's brightest talents, as he continues to establish himself as a potential face of the NBA in the post-LeBron era.